1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1996 Proton Perdana
To start off, 1996 Proton Perdana is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire would be higher. At 3,435 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton Perdana (148 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 275 kg more than 1996 Proton Perdana.
Because 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Proton Perdana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (239 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton Perdana. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1996 Proton Perdana | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Proton |
Model | Sapphire | Perdana |
Year Released | 1953 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 239 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |